Carrie Underwood snagged her breakthrough to stardom back on Season 4 of American Idol back in 2005. Going on to win the season, Underwood soared to incredible accomplishments, ultimately landing herself amongst country music's most elite and coveted stars. However, as seen in a blast from the past performance, it seems that Underwood has always possessed incredible talent and exuded serious star power!

In a personally recorded video, a 14-year-old, high school freshman Underwood is introduced at the 1998 Miss Westark Pageant of Fort Smith, Arkansas. However, Underwood is not a contestant, but a guest performer for the event! The singer is introduced by the evening's announcer and smoothly transitioned into her sensational rendition of Martina McBride's "A Broken Wing".

Sporting a dazzling blue dress with iridescent sparkles, the blonde beauty wowed her audience and filled their heart with sorrowful lyrics and timeless talent. Underwood continued through the ballad, giving the song a powerful boost as she climbed through her unique performance.